US intensifies pressure on Iran

The US is increasing information pressure on Iran, while Iran responds with military drills in the Strait of Hormuz area.

The New York Times reported that a strike against Iran could be carried out within 48 hours. In line with this statement, President Trump said: "If the fleet is ready, it will quickly carry out the mission using force. We hope that Iran will quickly 'come to the negotiating table' and agree to a fair deal, without nuclear weapons."

The Guardian noted that the US plans to conduct multi-day military exercises in the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran. Western media warn that such exercises are often used as cover for surprise operations.

In response, Iran is conducting military drills in the Strait of Hormuz area, one of the world's key oil routes. Tehran warned of "unimaginable consequences" if the country's leadership, including Ayatollah Khamenei, is attacked. Iranian officials stated that the presence of a US aircraft carrier "will not affect the determination to defend the country."

Regional reactions: Israel warns it will retaliate if attacked by Iran; Saudi Arabia assured Iran it would not allow its airspace to be used for strikes.

Tensions around Iran have reached a level where any action by either side could trigger a direct military incident. Western media continue discussing the consequences of recent mass protests in Iran and modeling potential US strikes.